During or immediately after birth, an infant is normally and naturally stimulated to breathe by OA. the accumulation of $CO_2$ in the blood. 8. the high $O_2$ level in the room air. OC. prostaglandins. OD. pulmonary surfactant. OE. pinching or spanking it.
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